Kashmir Winter Snow
- 2NSrinagar
- 2NGulmarg
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From₹18,099per personlowest season price, twin sharing, deluxe hotelsINDICATIVE RATESDecember: ₹26,699
Off-season₹18,099Shoulder₹21,699Peak₹26,699
Quick answer
December brings winter back: snow usually settles in Gulmarg, and Chillai Kalan, the harshest 40 days of winter, begins around 21 December. The Christmas–New Year weeks are among the busiest and priciest of the year in Gulmarg. The Srinagar–Leh road typically closes in late December or January. Plan warm stays and book early.
December at a glance
Last checked 29 Sep 2026- Srinagar
- −2° to 9°C
- Gulmarg
- −6° to 4°C
- Crowds
- High in the last two weeks
- Price level
- Peak around Christmas–New Year
- Season
- Snow Begins
What's special
Why December works
Access in December
What's open, what's seasonal
Suggested route for December
Five days, planned for December
A day-by-day outline for December. It follows KTP-005 Kashmir Winter Snow, which suits the season; your planner adjusts it to your dates.
See full itinerary- DAY 1Arrive Srinagar
- DAY 2SrinagarWarm evening on a heated houseboat or hotel
- DAY 3Gulmarg
- DAY 4Gulmarg, Gondola Phase 1
- DAY 5Departure
What to pack for December
- Down jacket
- Thermals
- Snow boots
- Gloves, cap, scarf
- Sunglasses
Plans that fit December
All December plansGood in December
Getting here
Arriving by train
The Kashmir rail link now runs to Srinagar. Vande Bharat trains are the quickest way in from Jammu and Katra.
Station pickupNearest station for this pageSrinagar railway station (SINA), Nowgam
Arrange my station pickupChecked 30 Sep 2026 · Allow extra time on the way back: there are security checks before boarding.
Your driver meets you at the station exit with a name board and takes you to your hotel or houseboat. Allow extra time on the way back: there are security checks before boarding.
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FAQ
December questions
Usually in Gulmarg, especially in the second half. Srinagar may see snow later in the month.
Yes, it's peak demand. Book by October for the best choice.
The traditional 40 coldest days of Kashmir's winter, from about 21 December to 30 January.
Early in the month sometimes; the road typically closes in late December or January. Flying is safer.
Yes, for snow play, with proper gear and heated stays. Keep days short.
Yes. Your driver meets you at the station exit with a name board and takes you to your hotel or houseboat. Allow extra time on the way back: there are security checks before boarding.
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Written by Omar, trip planner in SrinagarChecked on the ground: 29 Sep 2026 · How we check
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